Possible nerve damage after lipo? Or is this normal to itch like crazy?

I have all my patients on neurontin to help prevent itching and tingling as the nerves come back.  This is a common feeling after surgery . I suggest you speak to your physician.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question.I am sorry to hear about the discomfort that you are experiencing, but I want to assure you that the itching that you describe is fairly common following a liposuction procedure.  While this sensation typically resolves as you continue to heal and recover, I can appreciate how uncomfortable it can be.  Sometimes the friction generated between the skin and the compression garment can cause this itching and sometimes it can be attributed to the temporary disruption of nerve endings from liposuction.  In either scenario, this itching is temporary and should resolve quite quickly.  I would recommend following up with your operating surgeon to discuss your concerns and recovery experience thus far and defer to your doctors recommendations.  Some patients do experience relief by removing their compression garment alone, while others may require OTC anti-histamines, such as Benadryl.  I hope you find this helpful and best of luck on your recovery! 

Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your itching symptoms after your procedure.  This sensation is not uncommon after liposuction and resolves spontaneously as your results mature.  Allow yourself more time to heal but you can improve your symptoms with Benadryl or Vistaril, the latter requiring a prescription by your doctor.  Hope this helps.